Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $124,610 | $132,782 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $59.91 | $63.84 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $141,925.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in Iowa is $124,610, or about $59.91 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. Iowa is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,000 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $124,610, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.